24 LC1

New 5-speed manual ‘box’ for Land Cruiser

Toyota announced that it has expanded its Land Cruiser 70 Series with the addition of new 5-speed manual gearbox option in the range. The manual powertrain will be offered in both the Single Cab and Station Wagon variants.

  • 10 December 2024
24 Landt1

New diesel mill for Peugeot Landtrek

Peugeot has updated its Landtrek bakkie with the big news of the addition of a new, more powerful engine. The Landtrek continues to establish itself in the one-ton pick-up segment, which represents 2.5 million annual sales worldwide. It is sold in around 40 countries, predominantly in Africa, the Middle East and South America.

  • 6 December 2024
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Six-wheel Ford Ranger is now available

Ulterio Motiv, the newly launched sister company of respected armouring establishment, SVI Engineering, has launched its most affordable product to date, this time based on one of the best-selling bakkies in South Africa – the Ford Ranger.

  • 3 December 2024
24 Supr1

Supra upgraded, and special edition on its way

Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) announced a partially upgraded model of the Supra (3-litre) and the special-edition Supra "A90 Final Edition". The special-edition model is slated for global release with a limited run of 300 units.

  • 2 December 2024
24 OJ1

OMODA and JAECOO: What’s coming for 2025

Brand O&J—the Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques—entered the South African market in 2023 with the launch of the OMODA C5. Since then, the line-up has grown with the addition of the J7 and, more recently, the C9.

  • 2 December 2024
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Creta gets another mid-life boost and a Matte Edition

Hyundai’s Creta range in South Africa has received another mid-life boost with the addition of two new Matte Edition derivatives, more convenience and safety features, and a reduction in the price of certain versions of this medium-size SUV.

  • 29 November 2024

C3 range updated and automatic turbo model added

Citroën South Africa announced an updated C3 range, now featuring advanced safety and comfort upgrades, along with a newly available high-performance six-speed automatic transmission.

  • 29 November 2024
24 Xseries

ABS upgrade enhances safety in JAC X200 Single-cabs

JAC Motors added ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) to its X200 2.8L TDI 1.5-tonne single-cab, enhancing safety for both the crew and cargo. This latest upgrade complements the ABS-equipped X200 1.3-tonne double-cab targeted at organisations with labour-intensive operations.

  • 21 November 2024
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Triton brings the challenge to competitors

The bakkie war has intensified with the local launch of Mitsubishi’s next-generation Triton, an evolution in the iconic bakkie’s 46-year legacy.

  • 21 November 2024
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Updated Haval H6 GT gets new coat

The GWM updated its Haval H6 GT, the firecracker in the range with the necessary power and looks to do its image justice.

  • 11 November 2024
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